Benue-born Nigerian comedian and founder of Laff International Entertainment Empire, Dr. Laff Albert, is currently making history with his ambitious 50-hour stand-up comedy marathon.
As of Saturday afternoon, Dr. Laff has reached 15 hours of his target and is progressing steadily toward breaking a world record.
Dr Laff comedy marathon Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
‘We’re 15 hours in and going strong! Currently in third place for the longest stand-up comedy show ever!
‘Who’s still laughing with us? Stay connected to keep us fueled for the next 35 hours,’ he shared with his followers on Instagram.
The event which began at on February 14 at Banex Mall, Lekki Phase 1 in Lagos State, is Dr. Laff’s official attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the Longest Stand-Up Comedy Show by an Individual.
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Before the event kicked off on Friday, the comedian shared his excitement on Facebook, writing, “50hrs Stand-up Comedy Show By Dr. Laff is today. We have arranged everything humanely needed to make the event a success. We now hand it over to God. A blast of a lifetime is what is in the vision we saw. God go run am.”
Dr Laff comedy marathon Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
Dr Laff comedy marathon Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
In his statement last Wednesday, Dr. Laff noted that the show, which will continue through February 16, is not just a record-breaking attempt but also a platform to raise funds for a project called Talent City Naija, that is aimed at creating a hub for young talented creatives in Nigeria.
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He wrote, “This monumental event, titled ‘Guinness World Records 50hrs Stand-Up Comedy Show by Dr. Laff,’ is not just about making history. It is also my personal mission to raise $1 million for an ambitious project that is very dear to my heart: Talent City Naija.
“Talent City Naija is my vision to create a hub where Nigeria’s most skillful and creative young talents can thrive. It will be a space for them to live comfortably, work together, and showcase their crafts on a global stage.
“This city will provide the resources, tools, and platform they need to fully explore their potential while earning sustainable incomes. For me, Talent City Naija is not just a dream—it’s a legacy project aimed at transforming lives and shaping the future of our creative industry.”
Dr Laff comedy marathon Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
Credit: Instatgram|worldbestdoktor
He added that the project is his way of giving back to society as Nigeria is full of young people with untapped potential, and “Talent City Naija is the place where their dreams can become a reality. Together, we can break records, inspire a generation, and create a brighter future for Nigeria’s talent.”
In an interview with newsmen, Dr Laff noted that he had made preparations ahead of the challenge.
‘My preparation has been top-notch. Mentally, my morale is high. I have been aligning my jokes for the past seven months, and I must say it is going well. I have also tested my mental endurance, and the results have been positive. I exercise, take lengthy walks, and even stand still for hours on several occasions to test how long I can last without sitting or resting,’ he said.
The current Guinness World Record for the longest stand-up comedy show by an individual stands at 40 hours and 8 minutes, a title held by David Scott, aka The Midnight Swinger, from the United States, who set the record in 2013.
In 2016, Nigerian comedian Tony Mofe-Reeku, also known as Gandoki, was reported to have completed a 48-hour comedy marathon, but the claim could not be independently verified on GWR’s website.
